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Population Review

Westminster, Colorado Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Westminster, Colorado is 115,546 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 8th-largest city in Colorado. The median household income is $96,145, the median home value is $497,400, and the median age is 37.5.

The population has grown 8.3% since 2010 (106,434 → 115,302).

115,546

Population

3654

People / sq mi

$96,145

Median Income

$497,400

Median Home Value

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Westminster covers 31.6 sq mi of land at 3654 people per square mile.

About Westminster, CO

Westminster is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 41.8% of the population. Westminster is a city in Colorado with a population of 115,546. That makes it one of the ten largest cities in Colorado in the country, at #8 by population.

Median household income is $96,145, above the US median of $78,538. About 5.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $497,400, with typical rent around $1,816.

Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 44.0% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 18.7%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.

The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Westminster, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.

Westminster city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Westminster city had a population of 106,434 in 2010 and 115,302 in 2024, a 8.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 116,653 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.58%.

2020 · 117K20102024
Westminster city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

115,302

Population (2024)

106,434

Population (2010)

116,653

Peak (2020)

0.58%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
2010106,434
2011107,739
2012109,083
2013110,422
2014111,517
2015112,420
2016112,984
2017112,961
2018113,227
2019113,166
2020116,653
2021115,127
2022115,002
2023115,334
2024115,302

Race & Ethnicity

White74.7%
Black or African American1.2%
Asian0.2%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)3.0%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$96,145

Median Household Income

$51,982

Per Capita Income

5.1%

Poverty Rate

2.7%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$497,400

Median Home Value

$1,816

Median Rent

63.7%

Owner-Occupied

Education

92.9%

High School+

44.0%

Bachelor's+

Commute

1.8%

Drive Alone

69.9%

Public Transit

18.7%

Work From Home

26.6 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

41.8%

Foreign Born

84.0%

Non-English at Home

6.0%

Veterans

11.1%

With Disability

92.6%

Health Insurance

96.3%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management19.8%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate14.9%
Education, Health Care & Social Services9.1%
Manufacturing8.8%
Construction8.1%
Information6.9%
Retail Trade5.3%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services5.1%
Public Administration4.3%
Transportation & Warehousing2.8%
Agriculture & Mining1.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Westminster, Colorado has a population of 115,546 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 8th-largest city in Colorado.

The median household income in Westminster, Colorado is $96,145, with 5.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Westminster, Colorado is $497,400, with median monthly rent at $1,816 and a homeownership rate of 63.7%.

The median age in Westminster, Colorado is 37.5 years. The population is 50.3% male and 49.7% female.

The population has grown 8.3% since 2010 (106,434 → 115,302).

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.